CSDS Information

LEARN IT LIVE IT LOVE IT

Learning, Living and Loving dance takes energy and discipline. But the rewards are immense.
To make sure you get the most from CSDS we have set out our policies and procedures for your information. Please take the time to read them

By enroling as a CSDS student, students and parents agree not to take part in any classes, functions or otherwise appear at other dance studios,
unless it is in a style that we do not teach (such as Irish).

Groups And Levels

We want the best learning experience for your dancer. We place dancers in the level we believe they will learn the most. If a dancer feels that they are not getting the most out of their experience, we will work with them on ways to increase their learning within that same class.

Placement

The CSDS teachers will place students in classes most suitable for them. This will be done on the basis that each individual student should be given the
most appropriate learning environment for their needs.

We take into consideration things such as a student’s current stage of ability, physical and emotional development and age.

Attendance

To reach full potential in class and perform well at concerts, a student must attend on a consistent basis. Therefore, we expect regular attendance from
all of our students at CSDS. Students should arrive approximately 10 minutes prior to their scheduled class time to properly prepare for class and
to make sure that he/she does not interrupt a class by late arrival.

Troupes & Solos

All troupe and eisteddfod students are required to attend all classes, eisteddfods and shows. If you do not have a good attendance record you may lose
your place in troupes.

Withdrawal

If a student must withdraw from classes, please notify CSDS in writing immediately as you will be charged for all scheduled classes until that time.

Leave of Absence

If a student must take a leave of absence for any amount of time, please notify CSDS. The reason of absence will be reviewed and is subject to approval
by CSDS. In the event that CSDS does not regard the reason as warranting approval, tuition will be charged as scheduled.

What you wear to your dance class is vitally important for two reasons.

Firstly, proper dance attire allows for ease of movement of the body.

Secondly, it gives the teacher the ability to detect and correct any physical problems you may have with your body alignment.

General attire

Each student must have his/her dance attire and shoes 1 month from the day of enrolment. Dress code at CSDS is strictly enforced. Students may be dismissed
from class if our dress code is not followed.

Personal items

Please put your name on all articles of clothing, shoes and bags. Jewellery items or extra accessories should be left at home as they are not permitted
in class. CSDS is not responsible for any lost or stolen articles.

Dance shoes

These should not be worn outside the studio or performance areas.

Stockings

Stocking or socks MUST be worn with all footwear for hygienic and comfort reasons. We encourage students to wear convertible foot stockings if they have
a number of classes.

Hair

All female students must wear their hair in secure bun/s with hairnet and hairpins. A red, black or white ribbon or ‘scrunchie’ may also be worn in the
hair. Hair must be tied back neatly in one or two ponytails for Hip Hop and Cheerleading. A bun is also permissible for Gymnastics/Tumbling if other
dance classes are on the same day.

Jackets

The studio jacket can be ordered at the front desk. The jacket is compulsory for eisteddfod and performance students and optional for all other students.
It usually takes 6 weeks to receive the jackets if they are not in stock.

Class specific Attire

Ballet

Studio leotard

Clean ballet shoes

Ballet stockings

Ballet students are not allowed to wear any form of bike pants or dance pants in class.

Modern/Contemporary

What Does My Teacher Expect From Me?

I hope you ask yourself this question! Teachers want to be able to do their job effectively, and they need your help in order to do it. How can a dance
instructor help a student who is unable to learn? This section will help you learn to prepare for class and act accordingly during class,

Why Is Etiquette So Important In Dance Class?

Dance is cantered around the age-old traditions, and we keep those traditions alive in dance classes today. Many of those traditions have become part of
the culture of dance. Disrespecting dance cultures shows the teacher you are not interested in learning, and it creates negativity in the studio.

Etiquette also prepares you for the professional world of dance; dance professionals expect a certain kind of behaviour in class, competitions and auditions.
If you do not behave appropriately, you will be asked to sit out of class.

Before Class

Arrive 10-15 minutes early, and begin warming up your body as you need.

Be dressed out and ready for class, and adhere to the dress code

Please do not do your hair in the studio; have your hair ready before class, and make sure it is well secured.

Use the bathroom and hydrate yourself before class.

Remove street shoes before entering the studios, and do not wear your dance shoes outside.

Please mute or turn off your mobile phones and keep them safely zipped in you dance bag outside the studio. Do not check your phone in class unless
specifically approved by your teacher for special emergency situations.

Don’t yawn or look at the class; this tells the teacher you don’t want to be in class, or you aren’t interested in their lesson. Stay attentive and
aware and “tune in.”

Don’t lean on the barres, cross your arms, sit, lay on the floor, or stare out of space while your teacher is explaining or demonstrating; this tells
the teacher you don’t care about what they are saying.

Don’t stop dancing in the middle of a routine for any reason, unless the teacher stops the music and tells you to stop.

Don’t roll your eyes or tell your teacher “this other teacher does it this way” or say “I know that” after receiving a correction. This is called “talking
back and it is very rude – Remember versatile dancers are strong dancers!

Don’t practice choreography or dance steps from a different class.

Don’t ask the teacher “can we do this step or combination?” – trust the teacher will give you what they think you need.

Don’t talk to your class mates while a teacher is working with another student – pay attention to what is being said, even if you don’t think it applies
to you.

Don’t dance faster than the teacher – the teacher is working slowly for a reason.

Wait patiently if you need to speak to the teacher after class, call or email asking for a convenient time for them to talk.

General Etiquette

Your dancer will follow your example; if you trust the dance instructor’s judgement and show them respect, your dancer will do the same. This creates
the best and most positive learning environment for everyone.

By enroling as a CSDS student, parents agree that some disciplinary action may be taken by CSDS if any problem arises with a student in class.

This may include a student being asked to sit down and not participate in the class and if the problem persists, the student may be asked to remove
themselves from class and a parent/teacher conference will be scheduled.

The waiting area at Centre Stage Dance Studio is for the convenience of our students and parents/guardians.

Children must be supervised at all times.

Running through the hallway is prohibited.

Quiet conversation is welcome, misbehaviour will not be tolerated

Place all rubbish in bins provided

Return all waiting room accessories (chairs, books, magazines, etc.) to their proper place after being used.

The information provided above helps us make you a great dancer. What you wear and the efficient organisation of our studio are important components of teaching. They give us the opportunity to effectively observe you so that you learn correct dance technique.